Welsh outfit BOI have released their latest single ‘Ribidires’. It is taken from their eagerly anticipated debut album 'Coron O Chwinc' which comes out on 25th June via Welsh label Recordiau Crwn.
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Many may be familiar with Osian Gwynedd (keys) and Rhodri Siôn (lead vocals) work with Beganifs & Big Leaves during the 90s and 00s. Cult heroes on the Welsh circuit, they supported Super Furry Animals and Catatonia alongside several studio albums.
Their latest project BOI sees them in top form. ‘Ribidires’ combines the acoustic lullabies of Badly Drawn Boy with the psyche pop Gruff Rhys’ solo career. Not content with just rehashing the aforementioned, they twist and turn the melody to conjure moments of doubt and darkness. The essence of doubt in those cute pop moments is what sets this pop song apart from most.
The psyche licks are akin to shards of technicolour lighting bolts being sent down by a Don Letts or Lammo DJ set. Heartfelt and challenging, they shower you with alt-pop you never knew you wanted. It won’t be long until BOI’s fresh sound becomes a cherished one!